The Beauty of Lake Como & Lake Maggiore – All-Inclusive
The Beauty of Lake Como & Lake Maggiore – All-Inclusive
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The Beauty of Lake Como & Lake Maggiore – All-Inclusive
9 Days Starting and ending in France
Visiting: France, Tremezzo, Lake Maggiore, Como, Tirano, Milan, Bergamo
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes of Italy with "The Beauty of Lake Como & Lake Maggiore – All-Inclusive" tour. Begin your adventure with a comfortable coach ride from the UK to northern France, before heading to the picturesque lakeside resort of Tremezzo, where you'll enjoy a four or six-night stay at the charming 3-star Hotel Bazzoni. Delight in the serene beauty of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands, explore the vibrant markets of Como, and cross into Switzerland to visit the elegant town of Lugano. Discover the world-famous resort of St. Moritz and experience the breathtaking Bernina Regional Railway. Immerse yourself in the fashion capital of Milan, and uncover the rich history of Bergamo. With a perfect blend of included excursions and optional adventures, this tour offers a captivating exploration of Italy's most enchanting lakes and cities.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Location: France
Accommodation Name: city-style hotel
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2
Location: Tremezzo
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bazzoni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue to Italy and our hotel in the beautiful lakeside resort of Tremezzo where we stay for six nights on All-Inclusive basis.
Day 3 Lake Maggiore & Lake Cruise
Location: Lake Maggiore
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bazzoni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our included excursion takes us to Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands. The islands lie at the centre of the lake and are fine examples of natural beauty enhanced by landscaped gardens and parks.
We travel first to the town of Baveno from where we take a short boat ride on the lake and sail past the famous Borromean Islands.
We return to shore in the opulent resort town of Stresa where you will have time at leisure to explore the grand architecture and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Day 4 Free Time or Como Market & Lugano
Location: Como
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bazzoni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We travel to the centre of Como town on our optional excursion. With a long history you can see many highlights from the town's past including medieval walls, towers and streets and a cathedral that took almost 400 years to complete! Como produces 80% of Europe’s silk and there are many boutiques in the centre selling high quality silk merchandise. There is also the regular market, which takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. We continue over the border into Switzerland and to the beautiful town of Lugano. Be sure to visit Via Nassa, one of town’s historical streets and Lugano’s number one shopping destination. Its elegant and sophisticated atmosphere is not to be missed.
Day 5 Free Time or St. Moritz & Bernina Regional Railway
Location: Tirano
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bazzoni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, for those passengers who have pre-booked, our optional excursion takes you to the world-famous resort of St. Moritz. Sporting life has always been an important part of St. Moritz, and over 100 years ago the first British visitors used to stage Toboggan races in the streets. There will be a short amount of time for you to explore before we board the Bernina Regional Railway and cross one of the highest railroad lines in the Alps. As we approach the Swiss / Italian border, we travel over the Brusio spiral viaduct, an amazing feat of engineering that allows the train to gradually descend 20 metres in a relatively short distance.
We arrive in Tirano, a quaint Italian town, where we spend a short amount of free time before returning to our hotel.
A ride on the Bernina Regional Railway is highly recommended and extremely popular, therefore we recommend that this excursion is booked in advance. The cost is from £68 per person. Please ask for details when booking this holiday.Day 6 Milan
Location: Milan
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bazzoni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A fantastic included excursion to beautiful Milan where there will be free time for you to explore the city that shares its title as one of the Fashion Capitals of the world with London, New York, Paris and Tokyo. To introduce you to the sights, why not join our optional sightseeing tour where you will discover the historical and artistic heart of Milan? Accompanied by our local guide we start by coach on a panoramic tour passing by the Monumental Cemetery, Porta Garibaldi and Corso di Porta Venezia. We stop at Via Verdi where we then continue on foot to La Scala Theatre, one of the world’s most famous opera houses (entrance included). We then continue to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a covered double arcade connecting Piazza della Scala to Piazza Duomo. Finally we conclude our tour with the magnificent Gothic-style Duomo, the seat of the Archbishop of Milan.
Day 7 Free Time or Bergamo
Location: Bergamo
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bazzoni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bergamo can be found in Lombardy, situated in the foothills of the Alps and with a wonderful atmosphere that combines the city’s heritage with its modern attitude. There’s so much to do here - Bergamo boasts two centres, the Upper City (Citta alta) and the Lower City (Citta bassa).
In the Upper City you can uncover Bergamo’s history, with the 14th-century Citadel, Bergamo Cathedral and numerous museums. In the Lower City, discover Bergamo’s cosmopolitan heart. Here, there’s an art gallery dedicated to modern and contemporary art, as well as an excellent shopping district ideal for buying souvenirs and gifts.
Day 8
Location: Tremezzo
Accommodation Name: city-style hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 9
Location: France
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Lake Maggiore & Lake Cruise
An included excursion to Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands, featuring a boat ride on the lake and leisure time in Stresa.
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Milan Excursion
A fantastic included excursion to Milan with free time to explore the city.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursion to Como Market & Lugano
The excursion to Como Market and Lugano is optional and not included in the base package.
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Optional Excursion to St. Moritz & Bernina Regional Railway
The excursion to St. Moritz and a ride on the Bernina Regional Railway is optional and requires pre-booking at an additional cost.
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Optional Sightseeing Tour in Milan
The sightseeing tour in Milan, including a visit to La Scala Theatre, is optional and not included in the base package.
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Optional Excursion to Bergamo
The excursion to Bergamo is optional and not included in the base package.
Mode of Transport
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay. Continue to Italy and our hotel in the beautiful lakeside resort of Tremezzo.Accommodation
You will stay for four or six nights, All-Inclusive at the 3-star Hotel Bazzoni in Tremezzo. Overnight stays in northern France will be in city-style hotels.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay for four or six nights at the 3-star Hotel Bazzoni in Tremezzo on an all-inclusive basis. Overnight stays in northern France will be in city-style hotels.
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Is there an optional excursion to St. Moritz?
Yes, there is an optional excursion to St. Moritz, which includes a ride on the Bernina Regional Railway. This excursion is highly recommended and should be booked in advance.
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What can I expect on the excursion to Lake Maggiore?
The excursion to Lake Maggiore includes a visit to the Borromean Islands, a short boat ride on the lake, and leisure time in the resort town of Stresa to explore its grand architecture and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
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What activities are available in Milan during the tour?
In Milan, you will have free time to explore the city. There is also an optional sightseeing tour available, which includes a panoramic coach tour and visits to La Scala Theatre, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Duomo.
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Is there an opportunity to visit Lugano during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional excursion to Lugano, where you can explore the town's historical streets and enjoy its elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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